Dear Caldwell,
In the Gospel of Luke (24:36-48), Jesus does an odd thing. The disciples are holed up behind closed doors, trying to sort out the events of the resurrection and the increasing number of “Jesus sightings.” Suddenly, Christ appears … and asks for something to eat. I have to confess, as I’ve pondered this passage this week, one thought I had was of Kramer, who was always suddenly appearing in Jerry Seinfeld’s apartment and asking for something to eat (actually, he just helped himself). Yes, I know, Kramer was not Christ and Jerry and his pals were not the disciples.
Taken in the appropriate light, this passage has a lot to say about doors (both closed and open), how we are fed by the good news of the Risen Christ and how we can open our doors to still others so that they can be fed. That will be what we consider together on Sunday morning. There will be a few open seats (so bring a friend!) as about 28 women of Caldwell head off to the mountains this weekend for their retreat. We wish them replenishment and safe travels. We will do our best to carry on without them on Sunday:
* The breakfast crew will provide for Caldwell House – all invited – prep at 7/7:30 and breakfast at 8:30
* Mike Watson will lead a class at 9:45 in the new study on the Beatitudes
I just spoke with Troy Bowles, who is expecting to go home from the hospital today. Rose Greenfield is recuperating from a fall and Jean Leeper from surgery. Please remember them and others in your prayers.
Don’t forget – a week from Sunday on April 29, we’re shifting our worship service out to the Charlotte University Hilton to participate in a large service there. I will say more about that Sunday.
I wish rest and recuperation for all who need it this weekend.
In Christ,
John